Brother Embroidery File
General Information
| Title | PEC File Extension |
| Extension | .pec |
| Full Form | Brother Embroidery File |
| File Type | Machine Embroidery File |
| Developer | Brother Industries |
| MIME Type | application/x-pec |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store embroidery patterns |
| Additional Functions | Machine instructions |
| Features | Stitch data, Thread colors |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Home Embroidery | Yes |
| Commercial Embroidery | Yes |
| Pattern Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pes, .dst, .exp, .hus |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Brother Embroidery Software |
Paid | Windows |
| Embrilliance |
Paid, Demo | Windows, Mac |
| Wilcom |
Paid | Windows |